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This book explores the philosophy and multi-faceted history of gin, from its Dutch origins to modern popularity. The green edition offers a unique perspective on this iconic spirit.
- Delves into the Dutch origins of gin and its association with William of Orange.
- Examines the medical roots and historical uses of gin.
- Covers the dramatic Gin Craze and its social implications.
- Discusses how gin influenced language, including terms like 'dutch courage'.
- Provides insights into flavour pairings for contemporary gin enthusiasts.
- Authored by Jane Peyton and published by British Library Publishing.
A comprehensive read for anyone interested in the cultural significance of gin.
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xFew, if any, alcoholic drinks have the dramatic and multi-faceted history of gin. In this fascinating new instalment of the British Library's pocket philosophies, gin is explored through its origins in Holland, where it was popularised by William of Orange; its roots in medicine; its capacity to provide an albeit destructive escapism during the Gin Craze; its influence on language - responsible for the coining of 'dutch courage'; and its current status as a popular social beverage and a pastime for those keen to experiment with flavouring their own gins.
The Philosophy of Gin covers the historic transformation of the beverage, ideal flavour pairings for the gin connoisseur, and how a spirit once given a wide berth by the middle and upper classes now attracts such a large proportion of the British public to choose gin as their tipple of choice.
Author - Jane Peyton
Publisher - British Library Publishing
